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The Savill Garden
Unwind in the natural beauty of The Savill Garden and experience the magnificent horticultural displays all year round.
The Valley Gardens
Discover enchanting woodland trails filled with wild flowers and seasonal displays that include the famous Punch Bowl in May.
Virginia Water
Explore the woodland shores and historic features of Virginia Water and enjoy impressive views of its lake and cascading waterfall.
The Long Walk & Deer Park
Walk the iconic tree-lined avenue from Windsor Castle to the Copper Horse statue and encounter our resident deer herd grazing in this ancient parkland.
Obelisk Lawn
Cow Pond
Smith's Lawn
Queen Anne's Ride & Stag Meadow
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Seasonal Highlights
Swinley Forest
Immerse yourself in the 3000 acres of Swinley Forest, with over 15 miles of undulating forest trails, hilltop views and the fantastic Look Out Discovery Centre.

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Plan Your Day
Activities
Events
Windsor Great Park hosts a variety of events throughout the year to entertain visitors of all ages and interests.
Group Visits
We offer a wide range of benefits and packages to suit many different types of groups and travel trade clients.
Educational Visits
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The Story of Windsor Great Park
The Rangers
Historic Points of Interest
The Crown Estate
A progressive independent commercial business, created by Act of Parliament. Our portfolio includes the whole of Regent Street and much of St James’s in London’s West End, prime regional shopping centres, Windsor Great Park, rural land and coastline, and the UK’s seabed.
View Historic Timeline
Take a journey through the story of Windsor Great Park with our Historic Timeline.

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Become A Member
We offer three types of membership to help you to enjoy Windsor Great Park all year round.
Member Of The Savill Garden
Annual Car Park Pass
Friend Of The Savill Garden
Gift Membership
Renewing Your Membership
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Windsor Great Park Property Lettings
Find out more about the properties available in Windsor Great Park and the wider Estate.
Residential Lettings
Commercial Lettings
The Local Area
Our Business Community
Meet The Team
Careers
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Latest News
Keep up to date with the latest news from Windsor Great Park.
Calendar Of Events
Windsor Great Park hosts a variety of events throughout the year to entertain visitors of all ages and interests.
Staging An Event
Filming & Photography
Permission For Commercial Activities

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Conservation & Stewardship
We are custodians of a wealth of biodiversity. Through careful stewardship, we are actively supporting our vital ecosystems.
Sustainability
We are continually seeking ways to integrate sustainability into all we do. Learn about how we are consciously managing the Great Park for the long term.
Volunteering
Find out more about opportunities to volunteer in Windsor Great Park and Swinley Forest.

Welcome to 4800 acres of sweeping parkland, award-winning gardens, ancient woodland and forest trails that are just waiting to be explored.

The Savill Garden

Treasured by the Royal family, The Savill Garden is a tranquil place to explore rare plants from around the world, arranged in stunning seasonal displays.

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Virginia Water

Originally created as a Royal pleasure ground, the spectacular lake at Virginia Water is now a treasured destination for families to enjoy all year round.

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The Valley Gardens

Discover this enchanting woodland of twisting trails and sweet smelling flowers, located on the northern shores of Virginia Water.

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The Long Walk and Deer Park

This impressive three mile long tree-lined avenue begins at the George IV Gateway at Windsor Castle and ends at the magnificent Copper Horse statue.

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There is something for everyone within Windsor Great Park, at any time of year. Encompassing The Savill Garden, Virginia Water, The Valley Gardens and the Long Walk and Deer Park – the Great Park offers a rich tapestry of experiences to discover, with a Royal history spanning over 1,000 years. You will encounter historical monuments, ancient forests and stunning horticultural displays, as well as rare wildlife, plants and fungi - so whatever your interest, there will be something to excite and amaze you.

Making the most of your visit

Here are some great ways to spend your time at Windsor Great Park.

1Spot all of the rare birds which can be found within this Special Protection Area at Swinley Forest
2Visit The Look Out Discovery Centre for fun and education for your little ones
3See our award winning rhododendrons in the Gardens.
4Cycle the long stretch through the Smith's Lawn polo fields towards Breakheart Hill
5Take in the stunning views of the resident deer as you enjoy a lunchtime picnic in the Deer Park

Seasonal Inspiration

Windsor Great Park is home to an impressive collection of plants and flowers from around the world which offer astounding displays to admire – and photograph – throughout the seasons!

Visit our Seasonal Highlights guide for some of our suggestions for plants that are peaking today.

Spring

Spring Wood in The Savill Garden creates the perfect conditions for bursts of wild flowers while The Valley Gardens is transformed into a riot of colour within Daffodil Valley and Azalea Walk.

Summer

The displays are alive with vibrant colour – especially within the Rose Garden, grand Herbaceous Borders, newly replanted Golden Jubilee Garden and Summer Wood in The Savill Garden.

Autumn

Wander through the crackling leaves and watch the landscape transform, as rich autumnal hues sweep the Park - setting the view alight throughout The Savill Garden and Valley Gardens.

Winter

Take a stroll through the Winter Beds in The Savill Garden, and the Winter Walk in The Valley Gardens – taking in the sweet scent of the witch hazels and the vibrant colours of cornus and willows.

Our Story and History

Windsor Great Park has witnessed countless events throughout history, dating back to pre-Saxon times - each of which has left its own distinctive mark on this impressive landscape. From William the Conqueror using the landscape as a hunting ground, to Queen Victoria entertaining on the shores of Virginia Water – our Royal connections remain strong today under the stewardship of HRH the Duke of Edinburgh, the current Ranger of Windsor Great Park.

Share in the experiences that generations of the Monarchy have enjoyed throughout history as you wander through Windsor Great Park. To find out more, visit our Heritage section and Interactive Timeline below.

View Our Interactive Timeline